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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1926
Page
11
In Tama County residents approved building a state road system by a large margin, about 7 to 2 in rural areas and 7 to 1 in towns. One village voted unanimously. Simultaneously Iowa lawmakers in Des Moines debated a state bond issue with Gov. Hamill signaling willingness for a special session if supported.
Washington, June 18. Former Chilean president Alessandri threatens to lead a Latin revolution against the Monroe Doctrine after U S officials declared the Tacna Arica plebiscite possible. Attacks on Lassiter quarters in Arica spark anti American sentiment while Chile and Peru seek direct negotiations for a settlement.
Sylvia H. Gaines a Smith College graduate was killed Wednesday night in Seattle. A reward appeal to Governor Hartley was sent to aid capture of the suspected killer Venus So Sisters. Her body was found by two men near the lake shore, clothing torn, and signs of a brutal struggle noted.
Relatives in Iowa learned that Charles Ginches, formerly of Parley, died in the Crystal Siding Nevada Pullman car fire Wednesday. He was among five victims burned to death in the blaze. the report lists Shab Charles HH as a relative.
John Steele of the Baxter hotel in Ida Grove wins five dollars after discovering a gold nugget in a chicken's crop. Steele tests fowl herds from a Ida Grove farm to locate Bolt nuggets reportedly hidden on local properties.
Pauline Bell of Kentucky is declared U S champion speller after winning the national contest at a museum. Betty Robinson of South Bend was a close rival until the final rounds where Bell slipped on the six letter word matrimonial. Other finalists include Dorothy Casey St Louis Mary Flood Delaware and Hat- viet Blilmers New Brunswick with Thomas Cheswilden Berea Ohio finishing sixth.
Washington June 18 Senator Willis Republican Ohio told the senate he never received any pay from the Antisaloon League for prohibition speeches and was never on their payroll. The remark came after AP reported that Wayne B Wheeler named him as an honoree speaker.
At least six people died when a Univ. Pacific tourist sleeper was destroyed near Crystal Siding Nevada on Wednesday. Coroner Reese of Las Vegas said the total death toll may never be known as passengers on local tickets were not aboard the train during its restart. Four missing and unclaimed Pullman tickets yielded identities for some victims, including Mrs. A. King of Drummond Montana with one unidentified body.
The United States defeated Britain in a tense Wightman Cup tie at Wimbledon. After a hard battle American players won three of today’s matches, narrowing the Britain advantage with England trailing 4 to 9.
London June 18 Abe Mitchell was four up on Walter Hagen after the first 36 holes of their 72 hole match. The remaining 36 holes were to be played tomorrow on the St Georges Hill course at St George's.
Des Moines reports from the Automobile Club indicate main roads are drying after last week’s downpours. Southern and Central counties remain rough with detours around Cedar Rapids and Peaison noted. Several routes including Whiteway No. 7 and Primary 147 are described as rough but passable with caution advised.
William Reine 28 died last evening at his parents home in Aplington after leaving Teachers College due to heart disease. He was a former student at Gedar Falls and taught in student activities at the college. Funeral set for Sunday at 2 PM at the Aplington home.
The notice warns customers the carrier will deliver before a set time and that failures by the carrier boy or usher to deliver may require a phone call before 6:30 p.m. to arrange a copy or a remedy.
Davenport June 18 AP Two eminent jurists spoke at the Iowa State Bar association annual meeting. Ohio Chief Justice Carroll Marshall discussed Modern Progress and Modern Problems. Frederick R. Concert Jr. spoke on The Evolution of the Doctrine of Territorial Incorporation and the Insular Cases. Swisher of Waterloo is slated to become president. The banquet at the Mason Temple drew over 400 attendees with judges and lawyers in attendance.
Des Moines reports show Cat Smith Wy Brookhart’s primary campaign for the Republican nomination to the U S Senate spent 1479 88 with total campaign chest 1934 44 and 444 59 cash on hand. Brookhart did not spend personally. funds came from numerous contributors across the United States, four individuals listed including the Clinton Trades and Labor Assembly. Expenses included traveling and general campaign costs 850, unpaid bills 300 and a loan 4545.
Pittsburgh June 1811 federal state and municipal probes opened into the Bini wreck of yesterday in which 15 persons died and about 50 were injured. The Cincinnati Limited and the Washington Pittsburgh Express collided causing the disaster. Investigators focus on S Gordon Cincinnati found gripping a monkey wrench near the engine remains raising questions about responsibility. The Pennsylvania railroad said Gordon allegedly manipulated stop signals while repairing equipment, with more victims feared in the wreckage.
Flood danger has passed as streams return to normal after the recent storm. A rising barometer indicates an extended dry period ahead. Des Moines reports from the weather bureau note improved conditions and tranquil waterways.
Verdure of all kinds, gardens and flowers, progress well despite cool weather and dry spell cites seed expert J He Luiian. He attributes soil fertility to last winter’s abundance of top cover and melted frost. Cold weather claim debunked as soils and waters retain even temperature for long periods.
Washington report details alleged campaign financing: Mellon family and Pittsburgh banks contributed and spent funds tied to the Pepper Wisher Wood campaign. Testimony before Senate investigators outlines costs for the West State campaign and related races, totaling about 2.19 million dollars.
Special report notes Arthur Seaver was injured Friday in a 25 foot fall from a house in New Hartford Iowa his condition alarms his physician and progress is not toward recovery. Also Mrs Fred Jomson struck her head in a 10 foot fall at her residence and is in serious but not critical condition per her doctor.
Chicago police held three people after the body of Thomas Ford, 29, was found at the bottom of a rear stairway in an apartment building. Frank Alinson Jewel Alinson and Harold Davis were detained. Ford had attended a party at their flat, and all deny knowledge of his death.
John Swink, 23, of Buffalo New York, died after injuries from being run over by a train near Wiota. He was found under a train and later died at an Atlantic hospital. His mother, Mrs. Anna Swink, 80 Pinkham Street, Briarto, was notified.
New York June 18. John Gavanaigh was burned to death in a hotel fire that swept the three upper floors of the four story Portsmouth Inn. Jeremiah Kater, 43, was rescued after severe burns and several others were injured. The building housed many seamen and burned early today.
The Field Museum announced two expeditions set to depart tomorrow. One, led by Commander Non. fale PB. MacMillan, sails from Boston aboard the Bow to collect zoological geologic anthropological and botanical specimens in sub Arctic regions. The second, the Camp Marshall Field Brazilian expedition, departs New York aboard the Rio De Janeiro to conduct research across central and southern Brazil with Grace Seton as historian and Crezon York as photographer.
Misaji Kawahara, a Japanese truck farmer, hanged himself after learning his horse had died. The horse allegedly choked during a thunderstorm and broke a branch as Kawahara attempted to free himself, hanging from the same tree.
In Webster City the Universalists state convention elected EB Price of Webster City as president, J V Harnel of Boone as vice president, C G Colgrove of Isleholmilly as secretary, and J B Reid of Altoona as treasurer. The report mentions a Wooumery primary with 27 cents per ballot and a total of 3,586 dollars from 52 votes cast.
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